During childhood apoptosis:
A) neurons die as a result of accidents or disease.
B) neurons with fewer connections to other neurons are more likely to survive.
C) there is an increase in neurotrophic factors such as BDNF.
D) about one-third of the neurons die.

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During childhood, apoptosis is a normal process where about one-third of neurons die as part of brain development, helping to refine neural circuits.

During Childhood Apoptosis